Damn Yankees Revival 1997 - Articles Page 6

Opened: June 4, 1997
Closing: August 09, 1997

Damn Yankees - 1997 - West End History , Info & More

Adelphi Theatre
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R 0NS, United Kingdom London WC2R ONS

Based on the novel The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant by Douglass Wallop

Faust meets professional baseball in this Broadway classic! Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd trades his soul to the Devil for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. Includes such memorable tunes as "Whatever Lola Wants," "Heart" and "Those Were the Good Old Days."

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Damn Yankees - 1997 - West End Articles Page 6

Yale Rep Stages World Premiere of THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND, Now thru 5/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2014


Yale Repertory Theatre, in a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre, presents the world premiere of The House that will not Stand by Marcus Gardley, directed by Patricia McGregor. The House that will not Stand will be performed at Yale Repertory Theatre (1120 Chapel Street) today, April 18-May 10. Opening Night is Thursday, April 24.

Bebe Neuwirth Set for League of Professional Theatre Women's Oral History Interview Series, 5/5
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 8, 2014


The League of Professional Theatre Women is pleased to present Award-winning actress BEBE NEUWIRTH for the next Oral History interview on Monday, May 5, 2014 at 6:00 pm at the Bruno Walter Auditorium of the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts on 65th Street & Amsterdam Avenue. Ms. Neuwirth will be interviewed by arts journalist Patrick Pacheco. Admission is free, but seats will be on a first-come-first-seated basis.

Yale Rep to Stage World Premiere of THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND, 4/18-5/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2014


Yale Repertory Theatre, in a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre, presents the world premiere of The House that will not Stand by Marcus Gardley, directed by Patricia McGregor. The House that will not Stand will be performed at Yale Repertory Theatre (1120 Chapel Street) April 18-May 10. Opening Night is Thursday, April 24.

Imperial Productions Stages Fringe Premiere of DAMN YANKEES, Now thru April 12
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2014


Faust meets Baseball in the FRINGE PREMIERE of the classic Broadway musical. As middle-aged baseball fan Joe Boyd trades his soul to the Devil in order to help his favourite baseball team beat the New York Yankees, hell literally breaks loose. Transformed into baseball sensation Joe Hardy, he takes the Washington Senators to new heights whilst discovering the true worth of the life he was so quick to leave behind.

Laura Benanti and Nicholas Rodriguez Join 2014 Orlando Cabaret Festival at Mad Cow Theatre, 4/24-5/11
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2014


MAD COW THEATRE announces the headliners for the The Twelfth Annual Orlando Cabaret Festival, Orlando's Home of the Great American Songbook. The Festival features cabaret artists and acts from Central Florida and beyond. Joining the previously announced headliner Christiane Noll (April 25-26) are Nicholas Rodriguez (May 1-3) and Tony Award-winner Laura Benanti (May 9-10).

TIME IS A TRAVELLER with David Harris Plays Hayes Theatre Every Sunday, 4/13-5/4
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 18, 2014


Working Management and Hayes Theatre Co presents, Time is a Traveller, starring David Harris as part of its Cabaret in Residence at the Hayes Theatre Co on every Sunday from April 13 - May 4.

Imperial Productions to Stage Fringe Premiere of DAMN YANKEES, April 1-12
by Diana Heisroth - Feb 26, 2014


Faust meets Baseball in the FRINGE PREMIERE of the classic Broadway musical. As middle-aged baseball fan Joe Boyd trades his soul to the Devil in order to help his favourite baseball team beat the New York Yankees, hell literally breaks loose. Transformed into baseball sensation Joe Hardy, he takes the Washington Senators to new heights whilst discovering the true worth of the life he was so quick to leave behind.

In Performance: Bebe Neuwirth Performs 'Nowadays' from CHICAGO
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 26, 2014


In today's New York Times In Performance video, the talented star performs the number "Nowadays," which she describes as "archetypical Kander and Ebb."

Breaking News: 'MUCH ADO' with Lily Rabe, Hamish Linklater & KING LEAR with John Lithgow Set for The Public's 2014 Shakespeare in the Park Season
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 13, 2014


The Public Theater announced the line-up today for the 2014 free Shakespeare in the Park season, continuing a 52-year tradition of free theater in Central Park. Since 1962, over five million people have enjoyed more than 150 free productions of Shakespeare and other classical works and musicals at the Delacorte Theater. Conceived by founder Joe Papp as a way to make great theater accessible to all, The Public's free Shakespeare in the Park continues to be the bedrock of the Company's mission to increase access and engage the community. This summer, free Shakespeare in the Park will feature a comedy and a tragedy with Jack O'Brien directing MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING and Daniel Sullivan directing KING LEAR.

Breaking News: Broadway Stars Norm Lewis and Sierra Boggess to Take Over in PHANTOM This May!
by Robert Diamond - Mar 20, 2014


This just in! Producers Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Group just announced that THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will welcome a starry leading combination beginning Monday, May 12.

Jenn Gambatese and Edward Hibbert to Star in Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, 4/25-5/18
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2014


Lyric Opera of Chicago General Director Anthony Freud announced today that two major Broadway and TV performers – Jenn Gambatese and Edward Hibbert – have been cast in the new production and company premiere of Rodgers and Hammerstein's iconic The Sound of Music, to be presented at the Civic Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, in Chicago, this spring.

Photo Coverage: She's Got Class! Bebe Neuwirth Returns to CHICAGO as 'Mamma Morton'
by Walter McBride - Jan 15, 2014


Yesterday, January 14, 2014, two-time Tony and Emmy Award winner Bebe Neuwirth returned to the scene of the crime, where the gin is cold and the piano's hot: Broadway's record-breaking smash-hit musical Chicago. Neuwirth, who won a 1997 Tony Award for her acclaimed portrayal of jazz-age killer Velma Kelly and returned ten years later as merry murderess Roxie Hart, made Broadway history in the role of Matron 'Mama' Morton for an eight-week limited engagement through Sunday, March 9 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.). BroadwayWorld was there for her opening night and you can check out photos below!

Tony Winner Bebe Neuwirth Returns to Broadway's CHICAGO as 'Mama Morton' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 14, 2014


Tonight, January 14, 2014, two-time Tony and Emmy Award winner Bebe Neuwirth returns to the scene of the crime, where the gin is cold and the piano's hot: Broadway's record-breaking smash-hit musical Chicago.

Tony Winner Bebe Neuwirth Will Return to Broadway's CHICAGO as 'Mama Morton' in January
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 17, 2013


On Tuesday, January 14, 2014, two-time Tony and Emmy Award winner Bebe Neuwirth returns to the scene of the crime, where the gin is cold and the piano's hot: Broadway's record-breaking smash-hit musical CHICAGO.

Rebecca Luker, Rob Kapilow and More Set for Celebrity Series of Boston's WHAT MAKES IT GREAT? Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2013


Celebrity Series of Boston will present What Makes It Great? With Rob Kapilow today, November 3, 2013, at 3pm at NEC's Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough Street, Boston. Sponsored by Amy and Joshua Boger. Celebrity Series of Boston has presented What Makes It Great? with Rob Kapilow 33 times since its Boston debut in 1997.

Rebecca Luker, Rob Kapilow and More Set for Celebrity Series of Boston's WHAT MAKES IT GREAT?, 11/3
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2013


Celebrity Series of Boston will present What Makes It Great? With Rob Kapilow on Sunday, November 3, 2013, at 3pm at NEC's Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough Street, Boston. Sponsored by Amy and Joshua Boger. Celebrity Series of Boston has presented What Makes It Great? with Rob Kapilow 33 times since its Boston debut in 1997.?

CHICAGO, Starring Paige Davis and John O'Hurley, Returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2013


CHICAGO is back in town and it's pure entertainment! The first national tour of CHICAGO returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis from tonight, September 20 through September 22.

CHICAGO, Starring Paige Davis and John O'Hurley, to Return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre, 9/20-22
by BWW News Desk - Aug 19, 2013


CHICAGO is back in town and it's pure entertainment! The first national tour of CHICAGO returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis from September 20 through September 22.

Broadway's Meg Gillentine Stars in Lyric Theatre's THE PRODUCERS, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 9, 2013


Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the metro areas only local, professional musical theatre company, is excited to announce the return of hometown actress Meg Gillentine in Mel Brooks' hysterical Tony Award-winning THE PRODUCERS, playing tonight, August 9th through the 25th at the Cobb Civic Center's Anderson Theatre.

Rita Moreno to be Honored with 2013 SAG Life Achievement Award
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 22, 2013


Groundbreaking actor, singer, dancer, author and educator Rita Moreno has been named the 50th recipient of SAG-AFTRA's highest tribute - the SAG Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment.

David Hyde Pierce, Andrea Burns & More Perform the Songs of Sam Davis at 54 Below Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2013


Jonathan Larson Award-winning composer Sam Davis makes his 54 Below debut with a concert of new songs celebrating the release of the original cast album of his hit Off-Broadway musical comedy Bunnicula tonight, July 21st at 7 PM.

David Hyde Pierce, Andrea Burns & More to Perform the Songs of Sam Davis at 54 Below, 7/21
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 18, 2013


Home After Dark: The Music of Sam Davis will feature performances by Nick Blaemire, Andrea Burns, Charles Busch, Liz Callaway, Sarah Corey, Drew Gehling, Edward Hibbert, Matthew Scott, Kirsten Scott, and David Hyde Pierce, plus cast members from Bunnincula the Musical: Ashley Campana, Abe Goldfarb, John Garry, Robert Anthony Jones, Prescott Seymour

Broadway's Meg Gillentine to Star in Lyric Theatre's THE PRODUCERS, Begin. 8/9
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 12, 2013


Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the metro areas only local, professional musical theatre company, is excited to announce the return of hometown actress Meg Gillentine in Mel Brooks' hysterical Tony Award-winning THE PRODUCERS, playing August 9th through the 25th at the Cobb Civic Center's Anderson Theatre (548 S. Marietta Pkwy., Marietta). Tickets and information available at www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com or 404-377-9948.

PHANTOM FLASHBACK: The Men Behind the Mask- Broadway's Past Phantoms
by BWW Special Coverage - Jan 26, 2013


Below, BroadwayWorld tributes the men behind the mask- the many who have taken on the title role at the Majestic Theatre since it opened in 1988. Check it out below!

STAGE TUBE: Meet the Cast of Broadway-Bound KINKY BOOTS!
by BWW Special Coverage - Jan 21, 2013


Check out the recently released commercial for the show below and meet the cast with videos of them from past productions and roles!

Other Productions of Damn Yankees

1955   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1957   West End London Production
West End
1964   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1979   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1981   Jones Beach Production
1994   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1997   West End London Production
West End
2006   Beverly, MA (Regional) North Shore Music Theatre Production
Beverly, MA (Regional)
2007   Los Angeles Reprise! Concert
Los Angeles
2008   Off-Broadway Encores! Summer Stars Revival
Off-Broadway
2017   Off-Broadway Roundabout Concert Production
Off-Broadway

Damn Yankees - 1997 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1998 Olivier Awards Best Supporting Performance in a Musical April Nixon
1998 Olivier Awards Best Theatre Choreographer Rob Marshall
1998 Olivier Awards Outstanding Musical Production George Abbott and Douglass Wallop

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